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    LJ70 2l-T ignition clicks when turned to start then all electrical power is lost in car

    Hi all, Thought I had it all figured out with starter rebuild a few months ago. Got in a couple of road trips and now she is dead again. I realize that I had this problem before but it has become so bad that car is immobilized. Here is what happens. I turn the key to on and everything is good -...
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    Starter clicks but doesn't turn when hot - how do I find the root cause?

    Hello everyone, Looks like my New Year's resolution is going to be to finally sort out all of my LJ70's big issues. I'm using it as my first responder truck now that the farm has taken our Ford pickups full-time and I need a bit more dependability than I've experienced the last few years. What...
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    2L-T EGTs - how hot is too hot and how to reduce temps

    Thanks to the excellent feedback from the forum, I have my EGT probe placed such that it actually reads and the results are disturbing. I went from never over 900 or so to 1450 under acceleration and holding 60-65 mph on my first test drive. New turbo is putting out around 10-12 psi. I always...
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    2L-T EGT probe - feedback requested on my install

    Finally making progress on turbocharger replacement on my LJ-70. I previously installed an EGT probe without removing the turbo, With the turbo off I was able to clean it up and increase the depth a bit but I am still concerned that the probe itself isn't in the actual exhaust stream. The probe...
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    Electrical guru help needed LJ70 2L-T hot start issue

    Hi all, Trying to get the LJ70 ready for the meet later this month and I am still vexed by an intermittent hot start issue - turn key and nothing but a click from the starter relay. I have replaced the battery, starter relay, cleaned and renewed all of the grounds in the engine bay, and had the...
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    1986 2L-T still a bit hot on highway - what should I do next?

    Dear all, I've tried to follow as much of the forum's advice as possible as I've made investments in my LJ70 intended to make it a reliable daily driver and expedition vehicle. It has been an expensive journey so far as I live overseas and have had to rely on other mechanics instead of my...
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    Pre-turbo EGT probe location? and fuel injector rebuild question - 2L-T

    Hi all, Coming from the VW diesel world where there is passionate debate about the merits of pre vs. post-turbo EGT probe reliability, my usual mechanic balked at a post-turbo install (he's a friend as well). Are there any easy to get to and robust locations for pre-turbo EGT probe installation...
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    LJ70 A/C parts needed before reinstall

    Hi all, The PO of my 86 LJ70 had a/c installed in it in Liberia a while back using a mix of used parts off of various vehicles that were available at the time. I had a new compressor mount fabricated and am having a local shop put everything back together. The auxiliary fan set up is not from...
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    LJ 70 5-speed pops out of first gear - how hard to fix?

    Hi All, My 86 LJ70 is popping out of 1st gear, which I assume means tearing into it. The syncros for going from 1st to second and second to third can be a bit grindy when cold as well. The truck has over 160k miles on it. Is this something I can do myself or have done in most garages or should...
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    Headlights stopped working -what did I knock loose?

    happy thanksgiving all. So my week of vacation with the cruiser was going well until yesterday when I apparently knocked something loose when working under the dash or bonnet and lost all headlights. My projects yesterday included installing a new stereo, pulling down the climate controls to...
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    Stock white 16" wheels needed - 1986 LJ70 in NC

    Dear forum, Finally got Beast into the US from Liberia but with two flat tires. On closer inspection, the wheels are rusted through and pretty much shot. Does anyone have a source for replacements? The truck has the narrower white Toyota wheels with 235/85/16s on them (see attachment). I'd...
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    Need import help for US from Liberia - 1986 LJ70

    Dear Forum, We are moving from Liberia to Jordan in a few weeks and I can't take the LJ with me as diesels aren't allowed in SUVs. I need to ship the truck to the US. Is there anyone here with experience importing into the East Coast that can assist? The truck is an 86 so it passes the 25...
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    New carpet kits for LJ70?

    Seems like a long shot but does anyone know of a source for new fitted carpet kits for SWB land cruisers? Pulled mine out today and it's not going back in if I can find something nicer. Cheers, Rich
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    Rear seat modifications to increase LJ70 storage - suggestions?

    As a family of three, we can make do comfortably in a SWB LJ70 as is with a roof rack. Roof tent is coming in January so now we need some more space. I hear there was a split fold-down rear seat option but I'm not convinced I can find one out here in decent shape (unless 4Runner or Pathfinder...
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    Can ARB/TDM bumper for 75, 78 and 79 series be modified for LJ70?

    My LJ70 is slowly coming together out here. Topside rust repairs are complete and work is moving smoothly under the car. While the welding and painting continue, I want to move to additional accessories. There are a good number of later model 70 series landcruisers out here that come kitted...
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    Assistance requested - front fender removal LJ70

    We've reached the point in disassembly to address windshield/firewall/cowl rust where the front fenders really need to come off. Can someone please outline the procedure for this? The shop thinks they are welded on. I'm surprised that would be the case since the car is a Landcruiser but what...
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    Rustproofing inside of frame in the bush - advice requested please

    I went by the repair shop to day to check their progress on patching up some rust. I asked them what their plan was for treating the inside of the frame where there is access to it, received blank stares and quickly realized I need another solution. I can look through various holes of rust...
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    Groovy locally made step for rear spare tire mount

    Saw this on a J7X out here this week. Its not a great picture but there are two offset steps welded to the frame, which is bolted into the spare tire mounting holes. The step treads are nicely made of heavy curved pieces of rebar. Rich
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    Out of Liberia - Prepping 86 LJ70 for the road

    Many thanks to all who have helped me with the various questions I've had on the list. It has been a few years since I turned a wrench myself after too much living behind t-walls in various fun places. Now that we've managed to find an accompanied post in a friendly place, the next step was...
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    Any reason this kit won't work to upgrade the H4s on my LJ70?

    I've installed one of these in my Westy. My Landcruiser already has H4 housings so I assume it will be the same install, more or less, as in my VW. Any reason it would be different? The kit includes two relays and wiring to cut into the existing harness and bulbs. Hard to find all of this...
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